Both PCB and Afridi have the option of approaching an independent appellate tribunal if they are not happy with the order of the disciplinary committee. -AP Photo-AFP Photo
KARACHI: The legal adviser of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Tafazzul Rizvi, has stated that the disciplinary committee formed to investigate Shahid Afridi’s breach of code of conduct has to submit its findings within 30 days of the initiation of the proceedings.
Speaking to Dawn News, the seasoned lawyer said that the proceedings are being regulated under PCB conduct of disciplinary policies 2007 which ensure fair and just proceedings are carried out during a probe in such matters.
The policies framed under the disciplinary code ensures that each side is given a fair opportunity to defend itself, Tafazzul is set to assist the committee on the legal front as per the policy.
He added that Afridi has to decide if he wants to appear in the proceedings. The former captain is set to return to the country on Sunday morning and is expected to attend the proceedings set to start on June 8.
Tafazzul also added that both PCB and Afridi have the option of approaching an independent appellate tribunal if they are not happy with the order of the disciplinary committee.
The PCB maintains an independent panel of arbitrators under its constitution who can be part of the appellate tribunal.
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